Filmmaking Conversations Podcast with Damien Swaby
Step into the world of independent film with Filmmaking Conversations with Damien SwabyFrom established industry voices to the filmmakers of tomorrow, Damien Swaby opens up conversations that spark ideas, share experiences, and celebrate creativity in all its forms.
Each episode offers listeners both inspiration and practical takeaways, leaving them better equipped to bring their own stories to life.With a loyal and growing audience of passionate filmmakers and film lovers, Filmmaking Conversations has become a trusted space for authentic dialogue and fresh perspectives on the art of storytelling.
Join us—and discover why this podcast is resonating with the community shaping the future of film.
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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 45 minutes
- Episodes
- 259
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
Ep 180: The Journey of Lauren Bancroft, Supporter of Underrepresented Voices in Storytelling
Welcome to another episode of Filmmaking Conversations. Today, I am thrilled to have a conversation with the incredibly talented Lauren Bancroft. Based in Los Angeles, Lauren is a renowned producer k…
01:01:01 |
Mon 13 Nov 2023
Ep 179: Mastering the Art of Visual Storytelling with Renowned Video Editor Adam Epstein
In this episode, we delve into the world of visual storytelling with renowned video editor, Adam Epstein. With a career spanning over a decade, Epstein has worked on a diverse range of projects, show…
00:31:14 |
Mon 06 Nov 2023
Ep 178: A Deep Dive into Method Acting with Hypnotic Actress Mathilde Dehaye
Welcome to another episode of Filmmaking Conversations with Damien Swaby. In this episode, we are thrilled to have the talented Method actress, Mathilde Dehaye, as our guest.
Mathilde is a graduate of…
Mathilde is a graduate of…
00:41:43 |
Tue 31 Oct 2023
Ep 177: Embracing Authenticity: Celebrating Natalie Higdon's Storytelling Triumphs
Welcome to another episode of our podcast where we bring you the stories behind the stories, where we delve into the minds of those shaping the worlds of film, theatre, and fiction. Today, we are thr…
00:32:15 |
Sun 22 Oct 2023
Ep 176: Behind the Scenes: Cheryl Potter's Art of Editing in Epic Series and Blockbuster Films
Cheryl has recently finished cutting four episodes of Amazon’s sweeping and epic series The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings of Power, which explores events of the second age, set thousands of years befo…
00:37:03 |
Mon 16 Oct 2023
Ep 175: ArtHouse Visionary: Independent Cinema, Fair Wages, and Community Engagement
In this episode, we engage in a fascinating conversation with the visionary behind the ArtHouse, a unique establishment that seamlessly blends the roles of a cinema and a community hub. Our guest sha…
00:31:03 |
Mon 09 Oct 2023
Ep 174: Cutting Edge, a Journey with Canadian Video Editor Christopher Donaldson
Welcome to another episode of our podcast, where we delve into the fascinating world of filmmaking.
Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Christopher Donaldson, a seasoned video editor whose work spa…
Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Christopher Donaldson, a seasoned video editor whose work spa…
01:03:41 |
Sat 23 Sep 2023
Ep 173: Strings, Magic, and Frames: The Artistic Journey of Woody Chapman
Wood Chapman is a multi-talented artist whose work spans the realms of puppetry, Disney productions, and video editing. His journey began with a fascination for puppetry, where he breathed life into …
00:47:23 |
Mon 11 Sep 2023
Ep 172: Fulfilling Her Late Husband's Filmmaking Dream - Sarah Potter
Today on Filmmaking Conversations, I speak to film producer Sarah Potter.
When the Lotus Blooms: a story of acute survival is a powerful documentary project that has been left to Naperville resident …
00:33:37 |
Sat 05 Aug 2023
Ep 171: Demystifying the business of filmmaking! Featuring Jason Godbey
Have you ever felt like the world of independent filmmaking is a mysterious and inaccessible realm? 🤔 Well, you're not alone! Many aspiring filmmakers and industry outsiders struggle to understand th…
01:06:30 |
Wed 05 Jul 2023
Ep 170: Spotlight on Tara Erickson: From Best Actress to Director's Chair
She has recently won 5 Best Actress Awards for her work in "Prime of Your Life". It has also won "Best Short" & "Best Writing".
Tara's directorial debut was made with her short film, "A Real Killjoy"…
Tara's directorial debut was made with her short film, "A Real Killjoy"…
00:43:28 |
Sun 11 Jun 2023
Ep 169: Scott Leger's Creative Insights
Scott Leger is a Director and Screenwriter whose work has screened at Cannes Film Festival, Austin Film Festival, SeriesFest, and Palm Springs International Film Festival. Drawn to filmmaking after a…
00:51:25 |
Fri 02 Jun 2023
Ep 168: Independent Spirit: The Cinematic Journey of Marcus Markou
Marcus Markou – Writer/ Director/ Producer
Marcus is an independent filmmaker, who successfully self-distributed his debut feature film, Papadopoulos and Sons (starring Stephen Dillane), which he wrot…
Marcus is an independent filmmaker, who successfully self-distributed his debut feature film, Papadopoulos and Sons (starring Stephen Dillane), which he wrot…
01:08:10 |
Mon 29 May 2023
Ep 167: Carole Kirschner, Diversity Programs at CBS and the WGA
"I’m a Hollywood business coach, public speaker, and writer. I also run two prominent programs for writers, one at CBS and the other at the WGA. I help creative professionals create exceptional caree…
00:51:31 |
Sun 23 Apr 2023
Ep 166: Guerilla Filmmaking: The Jaron Lockridge Story
In 2001 at age 15 , Jaron Lockridge became interested in film while attending a high school drama class in his hometown of Bolivar, Tennessee. After performing in the school's Christmas play that win…
00:35:43 |
Sat 15 Apr 2023
Ep 165: From the UK to the US - Filmmaker Gareth Kelly
Originally from the UK award-winning filmmaker, Gareth Kelly has had an unusual journey in becoming an above-the-line creative. After spending 10 years as a concrete truck driver, Kelly decided to pu…
00:36:07 |
Sun 09 Apr 2023
Ep 164: Johnny Catalano and The Midwest New Wave
Johnny Catalano is an American filmmaker and actor passionate about capturing the minutia and specifics of the Midwestern United States. Obsessed with Americana imagery and "slice-of-life" narratives…
00:37:53 |
Mon 03 Apr 2023
Ep 163: From The Office to the Screen - Eryn Rea
Today I speak to the super-talented Eryn Rea!
Eryn Rea grew up in Kentucky and then moved to Los Angeles at a young age. Now she is a multi-hyphenate working in Atlanta and Los Angeles.
Informed by h…
Eryn Rea grew up in Kentucky and then moved to Los Angeles at a young age. Now she is a multi-hyphenate working in Atlanta and Los Angeles.
Informed by h…
00:34:42 |
Fri 24 Mar 2023
Ep 162: Icelandic Hollywood Editor Elísabet Ronaldsdóttir
Elísabet Ronaldsdóttir is one of the industries most talented editors.
After working in Europe for years, her first American film was the 2012 crime thriller Contraband, a remake of a film she edited …
00:39:19 |
Sat 04 Feb 2023
Ep 161: Working Class British Filmmakers
Nobody Loves You and You Don't Deserve to Exist' is a multi-award-winning independent British feature film written and directed by Manchester filmmaker, Brett Gregory.
Synopsis
Loosely based on Hierony…
Synopsis
Loosely based on Hierony…
00:36:35 |
Wed 18 Jan 2023
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